Canada–Guatemala relations

Canada–Guatemala relations

Canada
Guatemala

Canada–Guatemala relations refers to the bilateral relations between Canada and the Republic of Guatemala.

The two nations established diplomatic relations in 1961.[1] Both nations are members of the Organization of American States and the United Nations.

History

Diplomatic relations between Canada and Guatemala were established on 16 September 1961.[2] In November of that same year, Canada opened a resident embassy in Guatemala City.[2] In 1976, both nations signed a general Agreement on Technical Cooperation.[3]

During the Guatemalan Civil War, Canada accepted over two thousand Guatemalan refugees.[4] In August 1990, both nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the Canadian Cooperation Office project, and office which coordinates the implementation of all cooperation programs funded by the Canadian International Development Agency. The office was opened in 2001 in Guatemala City.[3]

In May 1996, Guatemalan President Álvaro Arzú paid a visit to Canada along with other Central American Presidents and met with Prime Minister Jean Chrétien.[5] In April 2001, Guatemalan President Alfonso Portillo traveled to Canada to attend the Summit of the Americas in Quebec City.[6] In December 2009, Canadian Governor General Michaëlle Jean paid a visit to Guatemala and met with President Álvaro Colom.[7] In December 2012, Governor General David Johnston also paid a visit to Guatemala and met with President Otto Pérez Molina.[8]

In February 2024, the Canadian Government, in-line with the European Union and the United States, imposed sanctions on four individuals associated with the administration of Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei for their engagement in activities that directly or indirectly promoted corruption and for committing gross human rights violations with impunity.[9] That same year in December, both nations celebrated 64 years of diplomatic relations.[10]

High-level visits

High-level visits from Canada to Guatemala[11][7][12][8][13]

High-level visits from Guatemala to Canada[5][6][14]

Transportation

There are seasonal direct flights between both nations with Air Canada.[15]

Trade

In 2023, trade between Canada and Guatemala totaled US$956 million.[16] Canada’s main exports to Guatemala include: cereals, paper, fats and oils, pharmaceutical products, fertilizers, and plastics. Guatemala's main exports to Canada include: fruits, coffee, vegetables, knitted apparel, and sugar.[17] Canadian mining companies have invested in Guatemala.[17]

Resident diplomatic missions

See also

References

  1. ^ Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Guatemala and Honduras
  2. ^ a b A Guide to Canadian Diplomatic Relations 1925-2019: Guatemala
  3. ^ a b Principales tratados bilaterales vigentes con Guatemala (Canadá) (in Spanish)
  4. ^ Guatemalans in Canada: Contexts of Departure and Arrival
  5. ^ a b Joint Communiqué: Prime Minister Jean Chrétien and six Central American leaders
  6. ^ a b Resultados de la III Cumbre de las Américas (in Spanish)
  7. ^ a b Visits Abroad by Michaëlle Jean
  8. ^ a b Canadian Delegation to Mexico, Peru and Guatemala
  9. ^ Canada announces sanctions against individuals implicated in undermining democracy and rule of law in Guatemala
  10. ^ Viceministra de Relaciones Exteriores recibe Copias de Estilo de las Cartas Credenciales del Embajador de Canadá (in Spanish)
  11. ^ Grahm to Attend Inauguration of New President of Guatemala
  12. ^ Minister of State Ablonczy Meets with Guatemalan President Molina
  13. ^ Concluye Visita del Ministro de Asuntos Exteriores de Canadá a México, Guatemala y Honduras (in Spanish)
  14. ^ Arévalo de León viaja a Canadá para recibir donación y galardón en visita de dos días (in Spanish)
  15. ^ Participa en Lanzamiento de Air Canadá en Guatemala (in Spanish)
  16. ^ Canada/Guatemala Trade
  17. ^ a b Canada-Guatemala relations
  18. ^ Embassy of Canada in Guatemala City
  19. ^ Guatemalan Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Canada (in Spanish)
  20. ^ Consulados de Guatemala en el Mundo: Canadá (in Spanish)
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